Canon Powershot G9x Digital Compact Camera (in Silver)

The Canon PowerShot G9x is a slim and stylish pocketable compact camera capable of stunning images due to a 20 Megapixel 1-inch High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor and a powerful DIGIC 6 image processor. The almost famous HS System delivers clear image quality, sensitivity up to ISO 12800, continuous shooting up to 6 fps and full HD 1080p/60 movie recording. The G9x features a lens with a 35mm equivalent focal length of 28-80mm; a 3x optical zoom. The Intelligent IS helps to stabilise the camera and minimise the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions. Although the PowerShot G9x features a host of manual controls, it remains compact and slim. A large 3 inch LCD Touchscreen makes changing settings really easy and convenient while built-in Wi-Fi and NFC enables wireless image sharing and remote camera control with smartphones and tablets.

20.2 Megapixel 1-Inch CMOS Sensor and DIGIC 6 Processor

A large 20.2 Megapixel 1-inch High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image processor combine to create the Canon HS SYSTEM, which offers enhanced low-light performance with reduced image noise, as well as a top sensitivity of ISO 12800. The sensor and processor also benefit performance speeds throughout the camera, including a top 6 fps shooting rate in one-shot AF or 4.3 fps with continuous AF. The physically large sensor and advanced processing techniques also contribute to rich image quality that is well-suited to printing applications.

3x Optical Zoom Lens

The versatile 3x optical zoom lens covers a 28-80mm equivalent focal length range, and features an f/2-4.9 maximum aperture along with Intelligent IS image stabilisation that benefits handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions.

Intelligent IS

Utilising the unique Intelligent IS image stabilisation system, this camera compensates for a variety of types of camera shake by analysing different movement types and applying specific settings to produce the sharpest imagery and smoothest movies:

• Normal IS: Corrects for a wide variety of camera movement types when shooting stills.
• Panning IS: Intended for use when making tracking shots, this setting ensures that IS will not interfere with desired lateral camera movements.
• Macro (Hybrid) IS: Used for both stills and video recording, this setting corrects for shift-type camera shake that is common when photographing close-up subjects. It also compensates for motion blur associated with recording video while walking.
• Tripod: Image stabilisation is deactivated when shooting stills using a tripod.
• Dynamic IS: This setting is effective when recording video using wider focal lengths and simultaneously walking or moving.
• Powered IS: Ideally suited for shooting video with telephoto focal lengths, this mode compensates for the camera movements that become more apparent with greater zoom magnifications.
• Active Tripod IS: Unlike the stills tripod mode, this video-specific tripod mode compensates for slight amounts of shake that can be caused when recording movies from a tripod.

Body Design and Built-In Wi-Fi

For live view monitoring and image playback, a 3 inch LCD screen is available and features a touchscreen design for intuitive settings control and menu navigation. A physical control ring permits easily accessible, direct control over various shooting settings as well as manual focus control. The pocket-sized form factor is ideal for carrying with you at all times. Customisable menus let you prioritise your most oft-used settings for faster, easier access.

Full HD Video Recording

In addition to stills shooting, full HD 1080p video recording is possible in multiple frame rates, including 60, 30, and 24 fps. Movies are saved in the MP4 format and an HDMI port permits direct, high definition playback and live monitoring on external screens. Audio quality has been enhanced thanks to a wider dynamic range and better signal-to-noise ratio and for greater control during recording, access to manual exposure modes is available. Additionally, focus peaking can be used for faster, more intuitive manual focusing.

Built-In Wi-Fi and NFC for Wireless Image Sharing

Both photos and movies can be wirelessly shared to smartphones or tablets, using the Canon Camera Connect app, for instant online sharing or backed up to the Canon Connect Station CS100 via built-in Wi-Fi with NFC connectivity. Remote shooting from a linked mobile device is also available, allowing you to wirelessly configure exposure modes, aspect ratios, AF frame modes, or drive modes. In addition to the touch-to-connect functionality of NFC, a dedicated mobile device connect button is also integrated into the camera's design for seamless pairing of the camera to a device for browsing and sharing imagery.